As a Twitter public policy staffer in Japan, this will be your opportunity to actively assist and drive the development and advocacy of Twitter the platform and service for use by Government and non-Government partners alike, as well as supporting public policy solutions to pressing high technology issues. 

Who We Are

We act as Twitter’s ambassadors to government policymakers, regulators, and civil society groups, nonprofits and academic partners on public policy issues. In addition, we also showcase the use of Twitter for civic purposes through our @TwitterGov initiatives and act as the @TwitterForGood team, providing guidance, resources, and support for Twitter’s corporate philanthropy mission.

What You’ll Do

Establish and maintain successful partnerships with relevant stakeholders to harness Twitter for positive public impact and results such as; promoting the use of Twitter by government by conducting hands-on training, briefings on Twitter’s public policy messages, and troubleshooting assistance. Plan and run a wide array of creative events on a regular basis to demonstrate the power of Twitter in various aspects to wider audiences, such as humanitarian and non-profit organizations, multilateral organizations and academic institutions. Co-manage two company owned accounts @TwitterGovJP and @TwitterLifeline routinely to highlight our @TwitterGov and @TwitterForGood priorities to audiences and support our partners in actively engaging on the platform. Provide front-line support on issues requiring engagement, solving problems, and escalating to internal colleagues as needed. Represent Twitter at high tech industry gatherings and coalition meetings, speak publicly on policy panels at events and conventions. Conduct research into tech policy issues, working with other Twitter team members to fashion policy solutions that meet the legitimate needs of policymakers while advancing the interests of Twitter users.

Who You Are

We are looking for a Public Policy manager who has:

• University degree; advanced degree preferred
• English & Japanese language fluency, spoken and written
• Significant experience in stakeholder engagement, for example but not limited to, within corporate public policy and CSR, in public administration, trade associations, think tanks, PR agencies and NGOs
• An understanding of laws and regulation important to Twitter and its users
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as a member of a team
• Strong communications and interpersonal skills
• Reasonable fluency in social media and high technology
• A passion about the power of communications to change the world for the better
• A sense of humor